My grandparents always had loads of beautiful quilts. Mostly they had acquired them from local artisans or from thrift store finds. With so much inspiration, my Aunt Julie became a talented quilter. While I appreciate the beauty and the handiwork that goes into handmade quilts, I never learned how to quilt myself. I do harbor a secret love of quilting though! So it is no … [Read more...] about Jenny Doan Talks About Quilting Keepsakes
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Art Subscription Box For Kids And Adults
I have discovered the coolest subscription box! It is so relaxing and fun and it doesn't get used up immediately. It is an art subscription box for kids (ages 8+ ) and adults that provides cool art lessons along with great art supplies. So you get a monthly art box that builds your art skills and your art supply closet all at the same time. I am so excited to introduce you … [Read more...] about Art Subscription Box For Kids And Adults
How to Paint a Cardinal Winter Scene in 10 Steps
Have the "Coffee & Canvas" type learn to paint classes hit your area yet? They are really the "in" thing here these days whether it is for a girls night out or a date night (make that wine & canvas) or for your child's birthday party. These events take a painting that looks great on the wall, that seems like it would be challenging to create, and break … [Read more...] about How to Paint a Cardinal Winter Scene in 10 Steps
Water Gun Painting [Summer Art Project]
My kids love the outdoors and just playing outside in general. I have thought up of some fun and cheap outdoor crafts for this summer. Today, I'll be sharing one of our favorite summer art projects that is perfect for preschool age young children as well as the older kids too. You will only need a few supplies and they can all be purchased at a dollar store! This fun water gun … [Read more...] about Water Gun Painting [Summer Art Project]
Spring DIY Home Decorating: Bird Wall Art
Spring has finally sprung. I think it may have taken so long because I kept forgetting to put away the last of the wintry decorations! I finally swapped out the last of them this week and the warm temps got me in the mood to do some Spring DIY Home Decorating. The birds outside no longer look like angry birds and are happily chirping in the yard and they were … [Read more...] about Spring DIY Home Decorating: Bird Wall Art
How To Face Paint Tips And Tiger Face Painting Tutorial
My kids love face painting. We have stood in some of the longest lines at festivals and fairs because they wanted to get their faces painted. So this year, I am doing face painting for my daughter's birthday party. I am excited because it is always a popular choice and lots of fun for me and the kids. It makes for memorable party photos too! In this post I will share with you … [Read more...] about How To Face Paint Tips And Tiger Face Painting Tutorial
Pretty Peacock DIY Letter Wall Decor Tutorial
This is a step-by-step tutorial for DIY letter decor. Decorative letters are a great way to customize your home decor. Unfinished wood letters can be transformed into beautiful artistic pieces. Letter decor can be a great addition to any room: a nursery, children's room or family room. There are endless ways to decorate your letters. You can make them soft and simple or … [Read more...] about Pretty Peacock DIY Letter Wall Decor Tutorial